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The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company

Book Shelter

Published
July 26, 2026
Duration
21:34
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Last updated
Aug 19, 2026

Discusses society, culture.

Summary

A professional manual and personal narrative detailing his journey to becoming the CEO of the Walt Disney Company. The text opens with a high-stakes prologue set in Shanghai, where Iger must balance the historic opening of a new theme park against tragic crises occurring back in Orlando. Following this introduction, the author outlines ten essential princ…

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A professional manual and personal narrative detailing his journey to becoming the CEO of the Walt Disney Company. The text opens with a high-stakes prologue set in Shanghai, where Iger must balance the historic opening of a new theme park against tragic crises occurring back in Orlando. Following this introduction, the author outlines ten essential principles of leadership, such as optimism, courage, and integrity, which he believes are vital for any successful manager. Iger then transitions in

Themes

  • society
  • culture